Serving 168 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Burwell Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burwell Elementary School's student population of 168 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Burwell Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burwell Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#236 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)60-64%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
99%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burwell Elementary School's ranking?
Burwell Elementary School is ranked #236 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Burwell Elementary School?
168 students attend Burwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Burwell Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burwell Elementary School?
Burwell Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Burwell Elementary School offer ?
Burwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burwell Elementary School part of?
Burwell Elementary School is part of Burwell School District.
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